A loaf packed with carrots, coconut and pineapple Usually, when a recipe calls for sifting, I just say "pffft - I'm not doing it." I mean - that's an extra step, something else to clean, and with all that extra work, will it really be worth it? Well, believe it not, I sifted something for the first time this past week. Yea, it was kinda time consuming, and yes, I had something else to wash, but it felt kinda gratifying. Like, man, you're a legit baker. But to be honest, I couldn't ...
Chocolate Mint Pop Tarts
Chocolate tarts filled with chocolate mint ganache and topped with mint glaze What's the most basic cooking skill? Boiling water? Well, if it is, it's something I have trouble doing. Yes, I can put water in a pot, set it on the stove and turn it to high. But it's the subjective decision of when the water exactly hits 212 degrees. (I'm crazy enough to get a thermometer and find the precise time when it hits boiling.) I mean is it when it just starts bubbling up, or a rapid boil, ...
Chocolate Matcha Swirl Loaf
Swirls of matcha, almond and chocolate create the perfect loaf Friday, March 11th, is a big day - it's THE kittens' first birthday. Remember, when I first told you about them? Well, they're still part of the crazy TEB clan. It's been a wild year filled with first vet appointments, first outdoor trips (yes - they have leashes!) and first encounters with other cats (lots of hateful words shared!) Each kitten is different and it's hard to believe they're siblings. In alphabetical order, ...
Carrot Pistachio Muffins
Muffins made with cooked carrot and studded with pistachios Do you ever just want to kick yourself for your baking decisions? Well, I've been doing a lot of that this past week. It all started when I didn't get an item on my weekly grocery trip. Then the next day, I was freaking out thinking I wouldn't be able to bake the rest of the week. Don't worry though - I still managed to whip up some treats. However, one of them (well, I take that back) TWO of them, didn't go as planned. The ...
Chocolate Pretzel Donuts
Pretzels get a sweet update with cocoa powder, a light glaze and a donut shape Today is an extra special, donut filled day 😉 It’s baby shower day for Cate from Chez Catey Lou! Cate always creates the most gorgeous treats. Some of my favorites include: Red Velvet Donuts with Cream Cheese Icing Mango Coconut Donuts Pumpkin Yeast Bread – This is seriously one of my favorite bread recipes! It’s so moist and flavorful & makes the best “Thanksgiving” Sandwiches :) Cate, ...